We are trying our best to develop our blog posts to become a bit more substantial than they have previously been. This is a great preview to demonstrate that. We had the pleasure of photographing this gorgeous couple on a family farm in Leroy IL. The bride is the sister of another beautiful bride we photographed. We enjoyed getting to know the couple over 2 engagement sessions. This is one of the main reasons we offer a complimentary engagement session with all of our wedding packages. We believe it's important to build that relationship with our couples as we will be around them probably more than anyone else on the most important day of their lives! We had a winter session in the snow and a summer session at the farm. The images from both sessions were showcased in a very special guest book at their wedding.
The attention to detail is evident just by looking through the first couple of pictures. So much planning and work went into making this a special day. Early on it seemed that Mother Nature might interfere with the best laid out plans, however, she pulled through for us! The morning brought some strong rain that delayed our pictures before the ceremony and caused some technical issues with equipment in the tent. But their family and friends pulled together like you wouldn't believe and made sure everything came together. Through the storms and the setbacks the bride stayed incredible calm, focusing on the love for her groom. Everything turned out as perfect as it could have! The passing storms actually brought down the temperature, making for a beautiful day. The ceremony was lovely and the celebration was so much fun that it went into the early morning! We wish these two only the best as they embark on their new life as husband and wife! Congratulations Jaci and Jared!
Loved the burlap on the chairs!
Sunflowers and John Deere were a common theme throughout the day!
The morning storm clouds actually added a beautiful backdrop for us.
Cheer!
Gorgeous rings!
The boys!
The groom and his toy!
This tent was huge, and beautifully decorated. So much work went into this!
Just before walking down the aisle. One last kiss from Daddy!
Who can resist a handsome boy with a Mohawk?
Waiting patiently for her turn down the aisle!
Side view of awesome door they built.
Front view of that door.
Wedding party!
Time to say "I Do!"
Speaks for itself!
Love the details and decorations everywhere!
Beautiful arbor.
A wedding day isn't complete without a romantic kiss!
Did we mention John Deere yet?
Swoon!
Beautiful couple, inside and out!
That's one awesome lookin' bridal party!
Simply beautiful!
Cupcakes from our friends at Sugar Mamas!
Picture perfect light as the sun was setting.
Once the sun went down, the sky lit up with some beautiful color!
First dance.
The super fun DJ duo from Absolute Light and Sound kept the party going all night!
And they lived Happily Ever After!
